Good — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Good
Good (adjective)
- of a favorable character or tendency
- bountiful, fertile
- handsome, attractive
Good (noun)
- something that possesses desirable qualities, promotes success, health, or happiness, or is otherwise beneficial
- morally good forces or influences, virtue, morality, integrity
- praiseworthy character, goodness
Good (adverb)
- well
- —used as an intensive
Good (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
"we had a good time at the movies"
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based on sound reasoning or information
"had enough information to make a good assessment of the situation"
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conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
"a good person who seldom did wrong"
"good behavior will earn you the respect of others"
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according to the rules of logic
"you don't need a good reason to stop doing that—it's because I said so"
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being to one's liking
"that band's music is good"
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expressing approval
"gave the restaurant a good review"
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firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
"a good Democrat who wouldn't dream of voting for a Republican candidate"
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having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
"he's good at math"
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having sufficient worth or merit to receive one's honor, esteem, or reward
"she is good enough to win a fellowship"
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having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
"that electrician is good at what he does"
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meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
"those rotten apples aren't good to eat"
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sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
"had a good number of valuable baseball cards in his collection"
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worthy of one's trust
"a car that should be good for another few years"
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being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard
"if these measurements are good, the venetian blind should fit the window perfectly"
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very pleasing to look at
"an actress who always looks good on-screen"
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beneficial to the health of body or mind
"eating a good breakfast will provide you with more energy during the day"
"didn't like broccoli even though he knew it was good for him"
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having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
"if the church is to stay open, it's going to have to receive more than good intentions from its members"
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of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
"the food at that restaurant is good but hardly great"
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promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
"product packaging that is intended to be good for the environment"
Good (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
"let us praise God, from Whom all goods flow"
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the state of doing well especially in relation to one's happiness or success
"I am doing this for your own good"
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products that are bought and sold in business
"had a hard time selling leftover Easter goods that were still on the shelves by Mother's Day"
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a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
"the hiring committee thinks this latest applicant really has the goods"
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transportable items that one owns
"before moving to Florida, the couple sold their house and auctioned off their household goods"
Good (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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in a satisfactory way
"things are going good for us"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Good
The most common words with a similar meaning to Good:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Good
Words with the opposite meaning of Good:
Near Antonyms of Good
Word Forms of Good
Derived words: goodish (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Good
Middle English, from Old English gōd; akin to Old High German guot good, Middle High German gatern to unite, Sanskrit gadhya what one clings to
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Good
- CEFR level: A1 English Vocabulary — Page 8
- Topics: Descriptions / Adjectives
Words & Phrases Containing Good
Frequently Asked Questions about Good
What does "Good" mean?
"Good" means of a favorable character or tendency. As an an adjective, a noun and an adverb, it is defined as: of a favorable character or tendency. It has 25 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Good"?
Other words for "Good" include agreeable, blessed, congenial, darling, delectable, delicious, delightful and delightsome. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Good" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Good"?
There are 753 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Good". Common alternatives include agreeable, blessed, congenial, darling, delectable, delicious, delightful, delightsome, dreamy and dulcet.
What is the opposite of "Good"?
Antonyms of "Good" include disagreeable, pleasureless, unpalatable, unpleasant, unwelcome, groundless, illogical and invalid. Near antonyms include abominable, ghastly, god-awful and hellish.
How do you use "Good" in a sentence?
Examples of "Good" in a sentence: "we had a good time at the movies"; "had enough information to make a good assessment of the situation"; "a good person who seldom did wrong".
Is "Good" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Good" can be used as an adjective, a noun and an adverb, depending on the context.
Is "Good" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A1-level word, "Good" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.
How do you pronounce "Good"?
"Good" is pronounced /ˈgu̇d/.